editing & consultation

book & chapbook manuscripts

If you are gearing up for another round of book contest submissions or journal submissions and could use a fresh set of eyes on your work, I would be happy to help.

In response to your full-length or chapbook-length manuscript, you will receive, individualized, unbiased notes, including:

* detailed comments and line edits on individual poems

* feedback about structure and order of poems

* feedback and suggestions for titles (of the manuscript, any sections, and individual poems)

* evaluation of poems and their inclusion in the manuscript

* submission guidance about where to submit your manuscript

* manuscript discussion to be conducted via email or phone, at the author’s preferencee

individual poems

To help you make significant breakthroughs in your work, I also provide feedback on individual poems. i edit electronically in microsoft word and provides detailed suggestions via email.

copyediting & proofreading

If your work needs a professional edit before you send it into the world, I can help. As a full-time editor of books and journals, I have copyedited and more than 100 books of politicial nonfiction, fiction, and poetry for major independent presses, universities, and more. 

fees

I will gladly price my work on a hourly basis or on a flat-rate, per-project basis, depending on the client’s preference. As a member of the ACES, I charge reasonable, industry-standard rates. Please contact me to discuss fees, scheduling, and your specific needs.